The National Roads and Safety Authority (NRSA) has revealed that 3,570 Toyota Voxy vehicles were imported to Ghana between January and February 2026.
On Wednesday, April 8, 2026, the NRSA submitted its technical report, detailing that registration data shows that 3,570 Voxy vehicles were registered between January and February, compared with 3,687 for the entirety of 2025.
The report stated, “While only 34% are registered as commercial vehicles, field evidence confirms widespread use of privately registered Voxy vehicles for commercial passenger transport”.
Official reports from Toyota Tsusho Corporation indicate that only the HiAce, GranAce, and Coaster models are designed for commercial passenger transport.
Toyota Tsusho Corporation detailed that the Voxy was intended as a minivan for young, middle-class families, with a ground clearance of 150mm—significantly lower than the HiAce’s 185mm, a critical factor for long-distance travel on Ghana’s roads.
Reports suggest many drivers in Ghana who use the Voxy vehicles commercially have modified them with longer struts and larger tyres to compensate for the low ground clearance.
The Commercial transport operators in Ghana have rejected the decision by the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) to prohibit the use of Toyota Voxy vehicles for commercial purposes.
According to Commercial transport operators in Ghana, the decision is poorly thought out and will damage their livelihoods.
In a statement issued on April 8, 2026, the Commercial Transport Operators stated, “The Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana view the National Road Safety Authority’s (NRSA) decision to ban the Toyota Voxy for commercial purposes as a lazy and ill-conceived approach to addressing road safety concerns. We strongly condemn this move and urge the NRSA to reconsider.
Rather than engaging in blanket bans, the NRSA should focus on educating drivers on road safety tips and organising seminars to enhance their skills.
The Toyota Voxy is a popular and reliable vehicle, widely used for commercial transport, and its ban will cause significant hardship for many families”.
The further demanded that the NRSA reconsider the ban and engage with stakeholders, develop targeted safety measures for high-risk areas,prioritise driver education and training and, Address root causes of accidents, such as poor road infrastructure.
The Commercial transport operators in Ghana statement follows, the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA) declaration that Toyota Voxy vehicles being used for commercial transport in Ghana are operating illegally, citing both regulatory breaches and safety concerns.
Speaking at the presentation of the committee’s report, Abraham Amaliba explained, “The Voxy is meant for intra-city drivers, but we see them crisscrossing the length and breadth of the country. They are raised, and this affects their balance. We are also being told that the tyres are not suitable for the kind of work they are used for in Ghana”.
See the full statement below:
PRESS RELEASE
8/4/2026
Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana Condemn NRSA’s Decision to Ban Toyota Voxy
The Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana view the National Road Safety Authority’s (NRSA) decision to ban the Toyota Voxy for commercial purposes as a lazy and ill-conceived approach to addressing road safety concerns. We strongly condemn this move and urge the NRSA to reconsider.
Rather than engaging in blanket bans, the NRSA should focus on educating drivers on road safety tips and organising seminars to enhance their skills.
The Toyota Voxy is a popular and reliable vehicle, widely used for commercial transport, and its ban will cause significant hardship for many families.
We demand that the NRSA:
– Reconsider the ban and engage with stakeholders
– Develop targeted safety measures for high-risk areas
– Prioritise driver education and training
– Address root causes of accidents, such as poor road infrastructure
This decision reflects a lack of understanding of the transport sector’s complexities. We will not support this shameful idea and will take all necessary steps to protect our members’ interests.
Signed, Asonaba Nana Wiredu. National chairman, Commercial Transport Operators of Ghana, 0540377307.
David Agboado, PRO, 0541063682.
Yaw Barimah, True Drivers’ Union, National P.R.O, 0554822565”.